About Us

Chemistry, as a central science, ties together fundamental concepts from various fields such as mathematics, engineering, and medicine etc. The Department of Chemistry offers undergraduate students multidisciplinaryversatility in the chemical sciences, and a Master of Science Program. Flexible programs provide excellent preparation for careers in teaching, industry, research and pre-professional training in the medicalsciences and alliedhealth fields.

The department is a ACS accredited program that has modern instrumentations and computers that are integrated into classes and laboratories. All current faculty members hold PhD in chemistry with diverse areas of research expertise. We create a personal and supportive environment for our students, and faculty are directly involved in professionaldevelopment of students through undergraduate research with faculty. The department provides travel funds for students to attend professional meetings and presentations with faculty mentors. In addition, scholarships are provided to outstandingstudents.

Consider visiting to learn more about the chemistry department at Prairie View A&M University. If your goal is to become a medical doctor, biomedical scientists, research scientist, teacher or work in the chemical industry, our program will adequately prepare you. Scholarship aid is available to qualified students interested in majoring in chemistry. Information about scholarships can be obtained by contacting Dr. Remi Oki at (936) 261-3105 or by email at aroki@pvamu.edu